Discussion and Review of Updated Fire Chief Job Description

300 Railroad St. PO Box 259 Tiffin, IA 52340 P. 319-545-2572 F. 319-545-4147 www.tiffin-iowa.org FIRE CHIEF Fire Chief City of Tiffin Job Code: City of Tiffin Dept/Division: Fire Department Adopted: AFSCME Salary Grade: ___ Manager Level: Managerial ____ FLSA Status: Exempt; Full-time, permanent Reports to Position: City Administrator Physical Demand Rating: City Overtime Status: Non-exempt Work Environment: Pre-employment Testing: Drug and health screening after contingent offer Position Testing: Knowledge and skills test. Personal Protective Equipment: Standard Word, Excel; Job Fit Assessment General Statement of Duties: General Summary: Lead the transition: Guiding an expanding department as our first full-time Fire Chief offers a rare and definitive leadership opportunity in one of Iowa’s fastest-growing municipalities. The City of Tiffin is seeking an experienced, collaborative fire service leader to serve as the executive leader of the Tiffin Fire Department. Reporting to the City Administrator, the Fire Chief provides strategic operational and administrative leadership for the Tiffin Fire Department in the areas of suppression, rescue, prevention, and emergency medical service. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder, effective communicator, and a strategic thinker; a leader who fosters a culture of accountability, mentorship, and continuous improvement. The Fire Chief will be an engaging, visible leader who is committed to mentoring, training, and developing a diverse, professional workforce. As a member of the City’s executive leadership team, the Fire Chief must think beyond the boundaries of the Fire Department and contribute to citywide success. The Chief will build effective relationships with the City Administrator’s office, other city departments, elected officials, regional partners, and community stakeholders and will be a responsible steward of personnel, finances, and public resources. The Fire Chief serves as the executive leader of the Tiffin Fire Department and is responsible for the overall management, coordination, and administration of fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue operations, hazardous materials response, and community risk reduction. This position provides strategic direction, supervises department personnel, responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents, ensures statutory and regulatory compliance, and promotes public safety through education, prevention, and emergency response. The Fire Chief works closely with City leadership, regional partners, and the community to ensure the delivery of high-quality emergency services in alignment with the City of Tiffin’s values and growth. Distinguishing Features of the Class: The Fire Chief is a senior-level management position responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness of the Tiffin Fire Department. This role is distinguished by its broad scope of authority, high level of responsibility, and direct accountability to the City Administrator and City Council. The Fire Chief generally exercises independent judgment in decision-making, policy development, and personnel management. The position requires a combination of technical expertise in fire, rescue and EMS operations, administrative proficiency, and strong leadership skills to guide a department that includes both volunteer and career personnel. The Fire Chief serves as the primary liaison between the department and other city departments, regional emergency agencies, and the public. Examples of Essential Work: